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Thai transport minister touts plan to convert 1,520 public buses to EVs
Online Reporters, Published on 28/09/2025
» Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, has announced that 1,520 conventional buses will be converted into electric vehicles (EVs) as part of the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority’s (BMTA) ongoing modernisation programme.
Royal Enfield eager to rev up Asia-Pacific expansion
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 26/09/2025
» Indian mid-sized motorcycle manufacturer Royal Enfield is stepping up its expansion across Asia-Pacific, fuelled by strong demand, rising market share, and a refined product and network strategy.
Chinese carmaker BYD cuts prices amid falling sales at home
Published on 25/09/2025
» BEIJING — Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD (Build Your Dreams) is offering 10,000 yuan (US$1,403.80) discounts on some variants of its second-generation Qin Plus sedans until the end of 2025, the company said in a social media post on Thursday.
One Bangkok Unveils a Vision of ‘A City Always Ready’
Published on 23/09/2025
» In an era where urban living poses a myriad of challenges, the pursuit of an "ideal city" capable of comprehensively meeting every need and adapting to constant change has become paramount. This sentiment resonates with the Global Liveability Index 2025 report by The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), which highlights that leading cities such as Copenhagen, Vienna, and Zurich consistently share a common thread: 'comprehensive quality of life.' This encompasses safety and security, health, environment, education, cost of living and robust infrastructure – all critical factors reflecting sustainable living. The pertinent question for a metropolis like Bangkok is: where can one find a place that delivers such a world-class living experience?
EnCo and OR Launch Thailand’s Largest EV Hub
Published on 22/09/2025
» Energy Complex Co., Ltd. (EnCo) and PTT Oil and Retail Business Public Company Limited (OR) have signed an agreement to develop the largest EV HUB of EV Station PluZ at EnCo Terminal (EnTer). This initiative will transform EnTer into a major charging point under the EV Station PluZ network, designed to meet the growing demand for electric vehicle (EV) charging, ensuring convenience and confidence in every journey for all users.
Central Retail to book B6bn profit from Rinascente sale
Post Reporters, Published on 19/09/2025
» Central Retail Corporation Plc (CRC) says it expects to realise a post-tax profit of about 6 billion baht on the sale of Rinascente, its luxury department store business in Italy, in a deal valued at about 14.7 billion baht.
China's flying cars collide at air show
Bloomberg News, Published on 17/09/2025
» CHANGCHUN — Two flying cars from a unit of Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker Xpeng Inc reportedly collided when airborne at a rehearsal for the Changchun air show, raising fresh questions over the safety of the technology.
EVs sales grow despite downbeat market
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 17/09/2025
» The Thai electric vehicle sector continues to grow, driven by higher sales and exports of locally made EVs, though the overall auto market remains stagnant, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
China bets big on Thai industrial cluster with $8.4 billion investment
South China Morning Post, Published on 13/09/2025
» China has become the leading source of foreign investment in a growing, state-fostered Thai industrial cluster, backed by commitments to help build a light-rail line, design an "aerotropolis" and possibly develop property in the area, an official from the Southeast Asian country said.
Thailand seeks to use Hong Kong's financial status to secure smart city funding
Published on 11/09/2025
» Thailand aims to use Hong Kong's status as a global financial centre to raise funds for a new smart city in its flagship economic development zone, according to the head of the megaproject's public agency.